HC Deb 16 November 1992 vol 214 cc86-7W
20. Mr. Simon Coombs

To ask the Secretary of State for Wales if he will make a statement on progress with the construction of the second Severn crossing.

Sir Wyn Roberts

Construction of this £500 million project is substantially under way. Preliminary offshore foundation work for the estuary crossing is progressing well. Tenders have been invited for the approach roads on both sides of the estuary.